Kidde 123I Assembly instructions

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Thank you for purchasing a Kidde Fyrnetics alarm.
Please read through our guide in full. It should be retained for future reference.
Kidde Fyrnetics recommends for maximum protection that both ionisation and
photo-electric (optical) smoke alarms be installed. Ionisation technology is faster at
detecting fast flaming fires that give off little smoke. Photo-electric (optical) technol-
ogy is faster at responding to slow, smouldering smoky fires.
Heat alarms should be installed in environments where excessive steam, dust etc.
make smoke alarms impractical e.g. kitchens/boiler rooms/lofts.
Smoke and Heat alarm
Installer’s Guide
230V Interconnectable Mains Operated Alarms For models:
123I, 123/9HI, 123/9HILL, 223I, 223/9I, 223/9ILL, 223/9HI,
223/9HILL, 323/9HI, 323/9HILL
The additional Owner’s Manual should be left in a safe place
for the property owner. e.g. near Consumer Unit.
idde Safety Europe, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, U .
www.kiddefyrnetics.co.uk
© Kidde Fyrnetics 2000
Contents
Section 1. Installation Instructions – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Section 2. Recommended Locations for Smoke/Heat Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Section 3. Locations to be Avoided (Smoke Alarms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Section 4. Installing Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Section 5. Initial Testing and Checking of Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Section 6. Interconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Section 7. Timing of Installation/Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 8. Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 9. L.E.D. Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 10. Ongoing Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Section 11. Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 12. Repair/Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 13. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Section 14. Limitations of Smoke/Heat Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Section 15. Service and Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Electrical rating 230V AC,
50Hz 80mA max per alarm
(maximum 80mA for originating unit
with 24 alarms interconnected).
Lic No: 7861
BS 5446: Pt. 1: 2000
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*Kite mark is not applicable to 300 series models.
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1. Installation Instructions – Introduction
This alarm is designed for installation by a qualified electrician, in accordance with
the latest I.E.E. Regulations and in regard to relevant Building Regulations.
• Read these instructions thoroughly before proceeding.
Peoples lives depend on it.
•This manual is supplied for your guidance and should not be left with the prop-
erty owner. This is for use by qualified electricians.
• AC alarms must be powered by a constant 230V AC, 50Hz supply that is not
controlled by any form of switch.
BS5839 Pt6: 2004 advises as follows:
Grade ‘D’ – AC with secondary power e.g. Alkaline battery/rechargeable cells.
Connect to dedicated circuit or, to a regularly used local lighting circuit, that is
separately electrically protected. This type is the minimum grade acceptable for
new or materially altered dwellings.
Grade ‘E’ – AC only:
Connect to dedicated spur on the Consumer Unit.
This alarm type has no secondary power source.
* Only smoke or heat alarms must be connected on this circuit.
• Only interconnect to the identical brand of smoke or heat alarm. Do not connect
to any other brand of alarm/auxilary device.
• When testing the alarm, stand back so your hearing is not damaged by the 85dB
sounder.
• In new build or refurb projects, protect the alarm with a dust cap to prevent
insects or dust contamination by following trades. The property owner or other
responsible person must be advised to remove them for the alarms to operate
correctly. (Ideally, fit alarms at latest stage possible onto pre-installed
mounting base.)
•Do not Meggar Test the alarm circuit without disconnecting the alarm. Failure to
do so will cause the alarms to fail and be outside of the guarantee provisions.
Danger – electrical shock hazard!
Never restore power supply until all alarms are completely installed.
Doing so before hand can cause serious injury.
2. Recommended Locations for Smoke/Heat Alarms
• Ideally locate near centre of room on ceiling but at least 300mm (12") from any
light fixture†and 300mm away from any wall.
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† See Section 3
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• On peaked ceilings install within 900mm (36") of highest point.
Not in this area
900 mm 900mm
(36 in)
(4 in)
102 mm
(36 in)
Anywhere in
this area
300mm (12")
150mm (6")
Dead
Air
Living Room
Bedroom Bedroom Bathroom
Kitchen Garage
Loft Conversion
Sloped/Peaked Ceilings
Flat Ceilings
•Install one in every room, including occupied attics, but not in kitchens/bath
rooms/shower rooms/boiler rooms/garages.
3. Locations to be Avoided (Smoke Alarms)
•Do not site within 3m of a steam source e.g. kitchen/bath room or garage.
•Do not site within 1m of dimmer control cabling or wire alarm into any such
cobling.
Do not site adjacent to any heat source.
Do not site within 300m (12”) of any lights fixure and 300mm from any wall.
Do not site near fluorescent lights; electronic noise may cause nuisance alarms.
In locations where temperature may fall below 5°C (41°F), or above 40°C (104°F).
•In very dusty/dirty/insect laden areas.
•Any location where the free flow of smoke to the alarm could be interrupted
(e.g. next/above a door/air vent/heater/air-con unit).
•Areas where routine maintenance or operating hush/test button is difficult
(e.g. top of stairwells).
•Siting should be in accordance with the current Building Regulations and/or
BS5839 Pt6/current I.E.E. Regulations.
CAUTION: Alarm should not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
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4. Installing Alarm
•These are mains powered alarms, so isolate the mains supply before commenc-
ing installation. They are for installation by a qualified electrician in accordance
with the current I.E.E. regulations.
•Select suitable location having regard to earlier advice.
•Bring house wiring through a dry lining box or Kidde Fyrnetics Surface Pattress,
into terminal block.
•If alarm is not being interconnected, the white interconnect cable from the
alarm is unused. Leave the encapsulated sheathing in place –if exposed in
error, seal with PVC tape and secure.
Battery activation
•Remove battery freshness tab to activate.
* On rechargeable/Long Life models there is no battery drawer – type of alarm is
indicated on label on underside of alarm.
The alarm battery door will not shut without a battery in the compartment.*
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✔
✘
•Connect flying leads from cable harness to terminal block.
Push in
Push screwdriver where shown or remove pin to release from base and twist
Tamper Resist Feature models
Locking pin models
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Blue
White*
Brown Blue
White*
Brown Blue
White*
Brown
House Cabling
(Interconnect)*
Line (Red Or Brown)
Neutral (Black Or Blue)
* Interconnect only –if single alarm installation, leave unconnected with sheathing intact.
These are double insulated products and do not need earthing never use
earth conductor to interconnect –use 3 core and earth cable. Use yellow
strand or black [ in new 3 core & earth] cabling, for in ter connect line.
Interconnect using YELLOW strand on old 3 core & earth cable, or BLACK
on New harmonised colours; if interconnecting using old & new cable take
great care / follow IEE Reqs.
5.Initial Testing and Checking of Alarm
•Before powering up/testing DOUBLE CHECK WIRING POLARITY is correct &
connections tight. REVERSING POLARITY will fatally damage all intelconnect-
ed alarms, and is not covered by the Guarntee. Plug any cable harness in
BEFORE power up, to prevent the danger of arcing across the pins.
Having energised circuit, press and hold the test button again –the alarm
should sound and other interconnected ones also, within a few seconds.
•Do this for all alarms.
•If any do not sound, isolate mains and recheck cabling.
•On optical alarms if the red L.E.D. blinks every 30-40 seconds and the alarm
chirps inbetween, it indicates failure of the sensing chamber.
•Advise the house-holder (if present) as to how to test the alarms.
6. Interconnecting
•You may interconnect up to 23 Kidde Fyrnetics AC smoke, heat or CO alarms to
this unit. i.e. 24 in total.
•Crossing line and neutral connections or line and interconnect connections will
fatally damage all interconnected alarms invalidating the guarantee.
Never remove or connect cable harness, without having disconnected mains
power, or arcing could occur, damaging the alarm.
•Close door and plug in harness –if you need to
remove, squeeze on sides of connector.
•Check harness is secure into back of alarm.
•Reinstall on alarm base plate affixed to ceiling and
push (and hold) test button to verify battery opera-
tion.
•Slot in locking pin as in illustration
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7. Timing of Installing/Decorating
•Install the base plate (and surface pattress if used) at 1st fix.
•Do not install alarm itself until following trades have finished e.g.
plasterers/painters/carpet fitters etc..
•Do not install if property remains damp/unheated.
•Dust and other contaminants e.g. paint fumes, will enter the alarm causing pos-
sible nuisance alarms and damage the sensitive components within.
(It will also invalidate the guarantee provisions.)
•Never plug in or remove cabling harness when circuit is live as you could short
circuit it and invalidate the guarantee.
•After installation, cover the alarm with the supplied dust cover –
this must be removed just prior to occupation for the alarm to function.
8. Decorating
•Never paint the alarm itself.
•During redecoration, all alarms should be covered with the supplied dust cover
or a plastic bag to prevent contamination by fumes.
(These can permanently damage the alarm).
Do not uncover until the surrounding paintwork is thoroughly dried.
•Whilst covered, the alarm cannot operate.
Remove covering as detailed above.
9. L.E.D. Status
•Green L.E.D. is lit when AC power is present.
•Red L.E.D. blinks to indicate normal operation of alarm function. (If model with
battery back-up, also indicates healthy battery.) In alarm state (i.e. triggered),
L.E.D. will flash rapidly.
If interconnected to other alarms only the triggering alarm will have a rapidly
flashing L.E.D..
On optical alarms if the red L.E.D. blinks every 30-40 seconds and the alarm
chirps inbetween, it indicates failure of the sensing chamber. Householders
should consult Owner’s Manual or installer/landlord.
•The alarm sounder and flashing L.E.D. will remain whilst the alarm continues to
detect smoke (or excessive heat in a heat alarm).
10. Ongoing Maintenance
•Alarms are sensitive electrical devices. The test button should be pushed (and
held) once a week to verify operation.
•Once a month the alarm should be wiped with a mildly damp cloth, having pre-
viously vacuumed the outside of the unit, especially through the grill area. The
mains supply should first be isolated.
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•All interconnected alarms must be powered off the same fuse/circuit breaker.
•Total cable length between alarms must not exceed 250m (273yds) and be
1.0mm in diameter, 3 core and earth (BS6243Y).
These smoke/heat alarms are Interconnectable with Kidde Rechargeable CO
Alakms models 423D/9hir & 423/9hir.
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Symptom
1. Green L.E.D. not lit
2. Frequent nuisance alarms
3. Alarm chirps every 40
seconds
4. Alarm does not sound
when test button pressed
and held.
5.
Interconnected alarms do
not sound when test button
is pressed and held.
Possible cause/solutions
a. Loss of mains power – check at Consumer Unit
for Blown Fuse or tripped Circuit Breaker.
b. Check cable harness at back of alarm, is properly
plugged in (see “Battery Changing” section).
See sections 2,3,4 and 7. If sited incorredtly/not
requlary cleaned as section 11, nuisance alarms
can occur.
See section 5 (if the hush button has been pressed
the unit will chirp for 7 minutes to indicate it is in
hush mode).
See parts 1a and 1b above. Have installer re check
wiring if Green LED is illuminated, but alarm does
not appear to function. If no Green LED check
consumer unit. Alarm with still function on battery
power, if battery is in serviceable state. <Red LED
will blink about once a minute to confirm>. Check
via Test Button.
See part 1b above – consult a qualified electrician
or your Landlord to remedy as soon as possible.
11. Battery Replacement (AC models with loose battery only)
•If the alarm type has replaceable battery cells, they should be replaced annually.
(If using alkaline, this can be extended to 2 years).
•A chirp once every 40 seconds indicates the
battery needs replacement. Do this as soon as possible.
•Mains power should be disconnected at the Consumer Unit/fuse box.
•See section 4 to see how to remove alarm and locate battery draw.
•Replace with an alkaline battery such as Duracell MN1604, Duracell Ultra
MX1604. Energizer 6LR61, Gold Peak 1604A; Lithium type: Ultralife U9VL.
(Do not use rechargeable cells.)
•If a chirping noise is present after this, wait for 10 minutes to elapse, as it may
be due to the hush button having been pushed.
On Long Life models there are no user replaceable components.
12. Repair/Servicing
•If the alarm is not functioning, first check the troubleshooting section. If this
does not rectify the problem:
•Consult your installer wholesale distributor or landlord for advice if property is
rented.
•There are no user serviceable parts, except for models with losse batteries.
•Do not attempt to dismantle the alarm – this will invalidate the guarantee.
13. Troubleshooting
•Always turn off the mains supply to AC alarms before checking connections etc..
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On Tamper Resist models, depress screwdriver where shown to
release from base and twist.
CAUTION FOR LITHIUM ONLY
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
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14. Limitations of Smoke/Heat Alarms
Warning! Alarms are devices that can provide early warning of possible fires at a
reasonable cost; however, alarms have sensing limitations. Ionisation type alarms
offer a broad range of fire sensing capability but are better at detecting fast flaming
fires than slow smouldering fires. Optical (Photo-electric) alarms sense slow smoul-
dering fires better than flaming fires. Home fires develop in different ways and are
often unpredictable. Neither type of alarm (Photo-electric or Ionisation) is always
best, and a given alarm may not always provide warning of a fire.
Heat alarms are triggered when a temperature of 57°C is reached –they must
always be used in conjunction and interconnected to smoke alarms.
Loose batteries, where fitted must be of the specified type, in good condition and
installed properly.
AC only powered alarms will not operate if AC power has been cut off such as by
an electrical fire, an open fuse or loss of mains supply.
All alarms must be tested regularly to make sure the batteries and the alarm circuits
are in good operating condition.
Smoke alarms cannot provide an alarm if smoke does not reach the unit. Therefore,
smoke alarms may not sense fires starting in chimneys, walls, on roofs, on the
other side of a closed door or on a different floor. If the alarm is located outside the
bedroom or on a different floor, it may not wake up a sound sleeper. Equally heat
alarms will only be triggered if they are correctly sited to detect heat. The use of
alcohol or drugs may also impair ones ability to hear the alarm. For maximum pro-
tection a smoke alarm should be installed in each sleeping area on every level of a
home. Hearing impaired occupiers should consider fitting additional strobe acces-
sories to give a visual alarm.
Although smoke/heat alarms can help save lives by providing an early warning of a
fire, they are not a substitute for an insurance policy. Home owners and renters
should have adequate insurance to protect their property.
15. Service and Guarantee
If after reviewing this manual you feel that your smoke alarm is defective in any way, do not
tamper with the unit. Refer to Section 13. Contact your Installer, Wholesale Distributor
or Landlord.
Guarantee
Kidde Fyrnetics warrants to the purchaser that the enclosed smoke alarm (but not any loose
batteries) will be free of defects in material, workmanship or design under normal use and
service for a period of 6 years,10 years on Long Life [LL] products (from the date of pur-
chase). The obligation of Kidde Fyrnetics, under this guarantee is limited to repairing or
replacing any part which we find to be defective in material, workmanship or design, free of
charge to the customer, upon sending the alarm with proof of date of purchase, postage
prepaid, to Kidde Safety Europe, Mathisen Way, Colnbrook, SL3 0HB, UK.
This guarantee shall not apply to the alarm if it has been damaged, modified, abused or
altered after the date of purchase, or if it fails to operate due to incorrect selection, siting,
installation, maintenance or inadequate AC or DC electrical power.
The liability of Kidde Fyrnetics, arising from the sale of this alarm or under the terms of this
guarantee shall not in any case exceed the cost of replacement of the alarm, in no case,
shall be liable for consequential loss or damaged resulting from the failure of the alarm or
for the breach of this or any other guarantee, express or implied, or for damaged caused by
failure to abide by the instructions supplied. This guarantee does not affect your statutory
rights. Kidde Fyrnetics makes no guarantee, express or implied, written or oral, including
that of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, with respect to the battery,
except built-in rechargeable/Long Life cells.
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